Question

Solve for x In the equation.

Answer 1

x = 16

Explanation:

`(2x - 5)/(x + 8) = (22.5)/(20)`

Cross multiply

`(2x - 5)*20 = (x + 8)*22.5`

`40x - 100 = 22.5x + 180`

Collect like terms

40x - 22.5x = 100 + 180

17.5x = 280

Divide both sides by 17.5

x = 280/17.5

x = 16